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John Swinney addresses Rangers v Celtic fan trouble as calls increase for away allocation cuts

John Swinney condemns violence at Ibrox after Celtic's win, backing police amid nine arrests and injuries to officers and stewards during clashes involving 7,500 away fans.

  • John Swinney called the violence at the Rangers vs Celtic Scottish Cup quarter-final 'utterly unacceptable' and pledged full support for police to pursue those involved.
  • Celtic fans stormed the pitch after the match, followed by Rangers supporters, causing violent clashes, injuries, and vandalism, including damage mocking the 1971 Ibrox disaster.
  • Officials and football figures, including Police Scotland and Scottish Football Fans Association leaders, condemned the behaviour as shameful and a debacle.
  • Gordon Strachan and Gordon Smith suggested banning away fans at Glasgow derbies to prevent future incidents.
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Breaking News broke the news in Ireland on Monday, March 9, 2026.
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